The Impressions Product Guide

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	January 15, 2008 • Vol. 5, No. 1


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Go Green
It didn't take long for the eco-friendly movement to cross into the world of decorated apparel. As consumers continue to buy organic food and participate in car pools, it's no surprise that they also seek out apparel made from organic and recycled fibers. But the movement extends beyond this with equipment and processes that also follow greener guidelines. Check out the latest earth-friendly apparel and equipment in this online guide and at the Green Pavilion at ISS Long Beach.

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This preshrunk 5-ounce 100% certified organic cotton T-shirt (style 428) from AnvilOrganic features shoulder-to-shoulder taping and a seamless collarette. Ten basic and fashion colors are available in sizes S-3XL.

Intl. Coatings presents UltraMix 7900 low-cure, phthalate-free plastisol inks for textile screen printing. The inks cure at a low temperature of 275°F, which prevents fabric shrinkage and is ideal for heat-sensitive materials that are prone to bleeding or dye migration.

Constructed from 100% recycled water and soda bottles, Shoreline's act2-GreenSmart laptop jackets and sleeves provide the same look, feel and durability of virgin fabrics. Seven laptop jacket sizes are available in three colors.

This L.A. T Sportswear long-sleeve T-shirt from S&S Activewear is made from 5.5-ounce 100% certified organic cotton. It features a classic feminine fit and comes in sizes S-2XL.

RhinoTech's soy-based screen wash for manual and automated equipment safely cleans plastisol inks and some conventional and UV inks. Virtually odorless, SW305 wash is drain-safe and bio-degradable.

This Econscious baseball cap (style 7000) from Sportsman Cap Network is made from 100% organic cotton twill. One size comes in pacific, earth, jungle, black and oyster.

This 3.5-ounce 100% organic cotton crewneck from Alpha Shirt Co. features an enzyme finish and set-in ribbed collar. Sizes 2XS-2XL come in several earth-inspired colors.

This 100% organic cotton double-striped beanie (style HYP A6002) is available from NES Clothing Co.

The Duro-Tank recirculating system from A.W.T. World Trade Inc. features a stainless steel construction and uses biodegradable chemistry. The closed-loop system can reduce chemical consumption by as much as 80%, according to the company. Three models are available.

This Broder Bros. 100% organic cotton crewneck is side-seamed and features an enzyme finish. Sizes 2XS-2XL come in earth moss, earth ocean, earth bark, earth coal and earth natural.

New Specialty Platens Allow Printing on Oblong Items

Performancewear Adds UV Protection, Embraces Fashion

Insta Graphic's Transfers Cover Multiple 2008 Trends

This 45% organic cotton/55% hemp T-shirt from Onno Textiles blocks UV rays, wicks moisture and is antimicrobial.

S.O.S. From Texas offers this 5.75-ounce 100% certified organic cotton T-shirt (style PT100), which features hemmed short sleeves and a front left-chest pocket. Sizes S-2XL come in one color.

Style 5001 from Royal Apparel is constructed from 4.4-ounce 100% organic cotton and features self-jersey shoulder-to-shoulder neck taping, 1x1 rib knit collar, and double-needle stitched sleeves and bottom hem.

Everyday Life's 6-ounce 100% cotton jersey shirt (style 100-44) features raglan-hemmed sleeves and a white body. Unisex sizes S-3XL are available.

Finished with an enzyme wash, this Econscious piqué polo (style 2500) is constructed of 6.5-ounce 100% organic cotton and features a two-button placket, flat knit collar and cuffs, and double-needle cover-stitched seams. Men's sizes S-2XL are offered.

This American Apparel organic cotton twill tote bag (style 169) from Atlantic Coast Cotton measures 12" x 14" x 5" with 22-inch handles.


Check out our coverage of this cool category! Link to fun and informative stories below.
The Eco Explosion Demand sparks a boom in organic and sustainable apparel styles for 2008.	"Green Printing" Uses Sustainable Methods and Materials Take a look at several developments leading to more eco-friendly decorating options.

Catalogs are perhaps the single most important tool you have as a decorator. Click on the links below to see how Impressions has developed true-to-form virtual versions of these industry vendors' catalogs:

Staton

Fruit of the Loom

Daystar Apparel

Blue Generation

Jerzees

Gildan

American Apparel

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